E2E Program Lead US Blockbuster

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across three continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of. This role serves as the End to End (E2E) Program Lead, responsible for planning, managing and implementing the design, construction, commissioning, start-up and validation of new, dedicated facilities! The E2E Program Lead has the full ownership of the cost, scope and schedule of the entire program responsible for achieving the operational goals of the project including the ramp up and initial revenue generation. While in this role the incumbent will have direct supervision of the Engineering Project Lead, the Manufacturing Lead, the Quality Lead and the MSAT Lead! Key responsibilities: Establish project charter including business requirements, scope of work, goals and deliverables together with the Head of Strategy and the relevant GE Project Lead Build a high-performance team able to implement the project plan and ensure appropriate mentor & development of all employees Establish a detailed, coordinated project plan including scope of work, goals and deliverables in close collaboration with the Integrated Project Planner, the GE Project Lead as well as other relevant partners. Provide the CAR together with key functions and present it to the approval bodies. Ensure the case and CAR can be delivered from a cross-functional perspective (including CAPEX, operations, process, procurement, QA, HR, etc.) and that proper resources are available in all areas. Tasked with meeting project goals related to cost, schedule, and functionality based on expectations. Ensure the conformity of the project on the goals (market, strategy, profitability) and provide its justification from a market, strategy and economics point of view. Ensure optimal flow of information within project organization and collaborate with GE project leader/project steering committee, and mediating in case of problems. Ensure that the adequate project control/governance systems needed to manage the risk, change control, cost and schedule are timely in place & conduct regular engineering and project control reviews in order to ensure that the project execution is on track. Raised to the steering committee as necessary. Control (keep at absolute minimum) scope changes and manage impacts in alignment with GE Project Lead. Key requirements: Exceptional leadership, interpersonal communication, negotiations, collaboration and leadership skills with broad international experience Experienced in effectively leading larger (>200 FTE) organizations in ambitious environments Experience in building high-performance organizations (recruitment, build strong company culture and team collaboration, establish lean and effective processes) Ability to effectively deal with ambiguity, translate long term objectives into short term tactical plans and balance risk for overall plant and business success Ability to effectively prioritize and direct tasks in a fast-paced environment Ability to communicate effectively at all levels as well as with customers and external partners in verbal and written form High level of specific operations and technical skills Demonstrates role model safety behaviors Demonstrates uncompromising standards for product quality Demonstrates ability for effective Planning, Organizing and Controlling competency Demonstrates sound decision making, considering broad scope of factors Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically. People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference. Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.